This course is a cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), emergency oxygen (O2) administration, first aid, and automatic external defibrillator (AED) course combined into one program. It is designed to teach individuals the proper techniques to safely administer CPR, O2, correct first aid, and utilize an AED in emergency situations.

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wishes to be trained in the basic life support techniques to provide assistance until advanced cardiac care respondsAny certified diver who would like to advance in dive training by participating in the SDI Rescue Diver or leadership level programs

Course prerequisites:

Minimum age 18, 10 with parental consent

What you can expect to learn:

The following topics will be covered during this course and more!

What CPROX1st AED isWhen do you administer oxygen

Oxygen for a non-breathing victimHow to administer oxygen through an oro-nasal mask while performing CPROxygen for breathing victim

Non-rebreather maskDemand valve maskNitrox cylinder/regulator options

Define Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Performing CPR

Self protectionAssess scene and victim – EMS and statementABC’sChin lift and gentle neck extensionRule of 2’sContinue CPR as long as needed

Define first aidWhen and how must first aid be administeredDefine Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)*

*Note: Manufacturers manual must be followed for proper use of the AED.

Skills you will complete during this course include all of the following, and more!Emergency oxygen

Set up and use of oxygen cylinderUse of different types of masks

Perform CPR on a manikinFirst aid: treat a simulated injury for the following:

Breathing absentBleedingBroken boneBurnsBitesBlows

The student will be qualified at the end of this specialty to:

Recognize and evaluate an emergency situation and a victimKnow how to activate or alert the emergency medical services (EMS)Be able to provide 1 person adult CPR, administer the proper first aid to a non-breathing or injured person, and administer O2 to a breathing or non-breathing personProper use an automatic external defibrillator (AED)

SDI CPROX1stAED Administrator minimum requirements:

The student will be qualified at the end of this specialty to:

Demonstrate an understanding of oxygen administration, first aid, CPR and the use of an AEDRecognize and evaluate an emergency situationKnow how to activate or alert the emergency medical services (EMS)Be able to provide CPR, use an AED unit, and administer oxygen to breathing or non-breathing personBe able to provide first aid for two simulated injuries

Note: The certification is valid for 2 years and must be renewed​​

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